emergencies
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The bill’s backers insist that AM radio cannot vanish from the dashboard because it’s critical during emergencies.
From Slate ● Oct. 20, 2026
In tests, many driverless trucks have what the industry calls “a safety driver” riding in the cab who can take over if there are emergencies or glitches.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Oct. 17, 2026
It has urged households to check their flood risk, sign up to alerts and make a flood plan to prepare for any emergencies.
From BBC ● Oct. 11, 2026
You’re in pretty good financial shape, but that doesn’t mean your emergency fund should be used for your children’s emergencies.
From MarketWatch ● Oct. 8, 2026
Even when she emigrated, my mother kept Brave Orchid, adding no American name nor holding one in reserve for American emergencies.
From "The Woman Warrior" by Maxine Hong Kingston
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